The Animator & Video Editor will lead video production, create motion designs, collaborate with marketing teams, and drive innovation while managing multiple projects.
As our Animator & Video Editor, you won't just be cutting clips—you will be the visual storyteller who brings the ActiveCampaign brand to life through dynamic motion and cinematic flair. You will sit at the intersection of design and technology, transforming complex ideas into intuitive, delightful, and high-impact video experiences.
This is a role for a creative powerhouse who understands that motion is more than just movement—it’s a tool to engage, inspire, and drive real results. Working closely with a world-class team of designers, writers, and marketing leaders, you will shape our brand’s visual language across every touchpoint. If you are a forward-thinking creator who thrives on pushing creative boundaries while maintaining a meticulous eye for design excellence, you’ll find a home here.
On a typical day, you might:
- Lead end-to-end video production, editing and assembling raw footage while seamlessly integrating high-end animation, typography, and graphic layouts.
- Architect motion designs from scratch, taking projects from initial storyboarding to final polish, ensuring every graphic element feels alive and on-brand.
- Collaborate as a creative partner with Product Marketing and Content teams to brainstorm and execute video concepts that resonate with global audiences.
- Apply rigorous design principles—including typography, hierarchy, and color theory—to ensure every frame of video is as functional as it is beautiful.
- Drive innovation and trend-setting by monitoring the motion design landscape, using fresh insights to push our creative envelope while staying true to our core voice.
- Own the creative process from early ideation through to launch, aligning your work with product visions and major go-to-market initiatives.
- Partner cross-functionally across organic social, paid media, and brand teams to deliver high-performing assets on tight deadlines.
- Ground your creativity in data, using audience insights and performance metrics to shape and expand our digital user experiences.
- Champion design excellence by participating in and leading critiques, constantly honing your craft and elevating the standards of the entire creative team.
The ideal candidate will bring:
- 3-5+ years of professional experience in animation and video editing, preferably within a high-growth tech environment or creative agency.
- An exceptional portfolio that demonstrates advanced brand-driven storytelling, sophisticated motion design, and a strong eye for graphic design.
- Advanced expertise in the Adobe Creative Suite, specifically After Effects and Premiere Pro, along with proficiency in Figma.
- Deep knowledge of social media strategy, with a proven track record of tailoring high-performing content for LinkedIn, Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok.
- Mastery of design fundamentals, including typography, layout, and color theory, applied specifically to time-based media.
- Technical expertise in post-production workflows, including contemporary file formats, codecs, and archival best practices to ensure a future-proof library.
- Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple high-priority projects in a fast-paced, agile environment.
- Exceptional creative problem-solving abilities and a meticulous attention to detail that ensures every pixel and keyframe is intentional.
- A passion for building memorable brand experiences and a desire to influence the visual direction of a global leader in marketing automation.
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About ActiveCampaign:
ActiveCampaign is the autonomous marketing platform for people at the heart of the action. It empowers teams to automate their campaigns with AI agents that imagine, activate, and validate–freeing them from step-by-step workflows and unlocking limitless ways to orchestrate their marketing.
With AI, goal-based automation, and 1,000+ app integrations, agencies, marketers, and owners can build cross-channel campaigns in minutes–fine-tuned with billions of data points to drive real results for their unique business.
ActiveCampaign is the trusted choice to help businesses unlock a new world of boundless opportunities–where ideas become impact and potential turns into real results.
As a global multicultural company, we are proud of our inclusive culture which embraces diverse voices, backgrounds, and perspectives. We don’t just celebrate our differences, we believe our diversity is what empowers our innovation and success. You can find out more about our DEI initiatives here.
Perks and benefits:
At ActiveCampaign, we prioritize employees’ well-being and professional growth by cultivating a culture centered on collaboration and innovation. When you join our team, you’ll not only have the opportunity to make a significant impact, but also enjoy a range of benefits tailored to support your personal and career development.
Here are some of the benefits we offer:
-Comprehensive Health & Wellness: Top-tier benefits package that includes a fully-covered High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP), complimentary access to telehealth services, and a free subscription to Calm.
-Growth & Development: Access to LinkedIn Learning, professional development programs, and career growth opportunities in a fast-growing organization.
-Generous Paid Time Off: Recharge and take the time you need to maintain work-life balance with open PTO.
-Total Rewards: Generous 401(k) matching with immediate vesting, quarterly perks with commuter and lunch benefits for hub based employees or a stipend for remote workers, and a four-week paid sabbatical with bonus after five years.
-Collaborative Culture: Work alongside brilliant, passionate colleagues in an environment that values innovation, teamwork, and mutual support.
ActiveCampaign is an equal opportunity employer. We recruit, hire, pay, grow and promote no matter of gender, race, color, sexual orientation, religion, age, protected veteran status, physical and mental abilities, or any other identities protected by law.
Our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) strive to foster a diverse inclusive environment by supporting each other, building a strong sense of belonging, and creating opportunities for mentorship and professional growth for their members.
Top Skills
Adobe Creative Suite
After Effects
Figma
Premiere Pro
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